{"id":22699,"date":"2019-10-25T01:11:16","date_gmt":"2019-10-24T23:11:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lcw.ngo\/en\/?page_id=22699"},"modified":"2025-02-19T18:00:16","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T16:00:16","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lcw.ngo\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"
Libya Crimes Watch (LCW) is a non-governmental<\/span><\/span> <\/span>organisation<\/span><\/span> founded in 2019 and registered in the United Kingdom. LCW <\/span>specialises<\/span> in <\/span>observing<\/span>, <\/span>monitoring, <\/span>and<\/span> documenting<\/span> <\/span>human rights violations and international crimes committed against civilians. Through a dedicated field team <\/span>operating<\/span> across all regions of Libya, LCW strives to promote accountability.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n A <\/span>Libya where human rights prevail for all.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n We advocate for human rights by documenting violations and international crimes against civilians in Libya. We support and stand with victims and survivors, contributing to accountability efforts to combat impunity and achieve justice. Additionally, we work to foster a culture of human rights awareness.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Advocate for <\/span>holding perpetrators of violations and international crimes accountable to reduce impunity.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Raise awareness about the human rights situation in Libya and <\/span>archive<\/span> <\/span>violations<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Support and advocate for victims and survivors to ensure they access <\/span>assistance<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Push <\/span>for policy reforms that align with human rights values.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n We ensure that our work does not cause harm to our team, collaborators, partners, victims, survivors, witnesses, or their families.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n We believe human rights are universal, indivisible, and equal for all, with no hierarchy among rights.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n We adhere to the highest standards of precision and impartiality in all activities.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n We make our decisions<\/span> autonomously without external influence.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n We <\/span>emphasize<\/span> gender, ethnic, cultural, and religious diversity within our team and ensure inclusive participation of victims, survivors, and civil society partners in planning our activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n We focus on advocating for victims and survivors, working closely with affected communities to address their needs.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n From within prison walls, where freedoms are stripped, and voices are silenced, a spark of hope was ignited. Amid the shadows of injustice and iron gates, the voices of prisoners of conscience and victims of torture rose, carrying with them harrowing stories of countless violations. These individuals paid a heavy price for their beliefs and resolved to ensure that their voices\u2014and the voices of all victims\u2014would be heard by the world.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After escaping the grip of oppression, the founders found refuge in Tunisia. There, in collaboration with international and local human rights organizations, they embarked on a long and arduous journey to document violations and expose the truth about their perpetrators.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In 2017, amidst challenging circumstances, the idea to establish the “Libya Crimes Watch” was born. By 2019, this idea became a reality as the organization began its official work from the United Kingdom. We chose this name to reflect the noble mission of the organization: to observe, monitor, and document all forms of violations committed against civilians in Libya, with the ultimate goal of holding perpetrators accountable.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Since its founding, LCW has operated with professionalism and objectivity, aligning itself with the broader human rights movement in Libya. It focuses its work on victims and builds its team with survivors. In a short time, it has proven its credibility and become a trusted reference. Despite limited resources, LCW has continued its relentless efforts, earning the trust of all.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n We aim through our 2025-2030 strategy to contribute to efforts to promote human rights and combat impunity in Libya. We are committed to improving the monitoring and documentation of human rights violations and international crimes, expanding the base of local and international partners and supporters, and enhancing support and assistance for victims and survivors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our goal is to strengthen our organizational capacity to ensure the sustainability of our work through sustainable funding and increased transparency in all our operations. Our strategy focuses on boosting engagement with local and international stakeholders through ongoing reports, advocacy campaigns, and active participation in events. Through this strategy, we aspire to achieve our vision for change. <\/span>\u00a0 Complementing our bylaws and code of conduct, Libya Crimes Watch (LCW) is committed to implementing a comprehensive set of policies aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and adherence to the highest professional standards across all our activities. These policies include:<\/span>\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span>We consistently review and update these policies to align with international best practices, ensuring our work remains effective and efficient. The adoption of these policies reflects our commitment to protecting rights, promoting accountability, and building trust with our partners and donors in our ongoing efforts to combat human rights violations in Libya.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n
Our Vision<\/h2>\n
Our Mission<\/h2>\n
Our Goals<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Our Values<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Do No Harm<\/h3>\n
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Inclusivity<\/h3>\n
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Accuracy and Objectivity<\/h3>\n
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Independence<\/h3>\n
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Diversity<\/h3>\n
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Victim-Centered Approach<\/h3>\n
Our Story<\/h2>\n
Our Strategy<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>To view our full strategy, contact us at: info@lcw.ngo<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nOur Policies<\/h2>\n
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